This is our go to place for Indian food when we don't feel like cooking dinner. We started out with samosas and pakora with mint chutney. The samosas were flavorful but it could have been better. The pakoras were perfect with the chutney. What I liked about the chutney was that it wasn't watered down and it had a subtle kick. Let's move on to the curries. My husband is currently obsessed with lamb vindaloo (the middle one) so we got that as our non vegetarian entree. The lamb meat was tender and the curry was creamy and the medium level of spicy is perfect. Considering all the lamb vindaloo I have tried from different restaurants, this is the best one! The channa masala (chickpea curry) was milder than expected and the chickpeas were slightly overcooked and mushy. The mutter paneer was green peas and paneer in a creamy tomato sauce. It tasted like the vegetarian version of butter chicken. I am always picky about paneer because the way that someone prepares it can either excel the dish or completely ruin it. Kelly Kishan, the chef, elevated the dish by focusing on the preparation of the paneer. Overall, we enjoyed our meal to the point that I looked pregnant walking out there The service was excellent and our waitress, Cassie, was attentive and made sure all of our questions were answered read more

Bombay Bistro - Bistro for 2 Dinner Mutter Paneer Lamb Tikka Dinner Aloo Gobi - Indian Near Me - Fayetteville, North Carolina

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Didn't even get to complete my order. As I was speaking with a man over the phone to place a to-go order, I believe his connection was poor as he kept breaking up.. I apologized for asking him to repeat himself once more and he pushed back with attitude. asked for a total amount due for my order and he immediately hung up. I called back to get an estimated time for pickup and was greeted with more attitude. I'll slide over to Tandoori Bites instead. read more

Good food. Humble people. Enjoyed fresh food. Thank you very much. I really recommend this restaurant.

First time trying Indian food and I ordered the butter chicken and naan and wow it was so good. Super flavorful and the naan was perfect for dipping. Definitely get why people love this spot. I'll be back for sure. read more

The food and staff are generous, the chicken vindaloo and chana masala are the best, the prices are reasonable and I would love go recommend this place to anyone read more

So glad they are still open through the pandemic. As a long time customer, this is one of my fave places to go. The owners are wonderful people, the food remains top quality, and dining there always brings a smile to my face. Unfortunately their buffet isn't there due to covid, which was great to try a variety of great stuff. This time I just went with the menu and chicken Korma plus garlic naan. As good as I would get in any large city world-wide. Even though there has been other fast food Indian spots that have opened, they just aren't as good as this hometown fave. read more

Bombay Bistro - Chicken Korma... delish! - Indian Near Me - Fayetteville, North Carolina

Waste of money. $19.44 for butter chicken. Very odd texture (like way too much dry seasoning) and unpleasant taste. Butter chicken, looks more orange than it actually is. It's more of a yellow color and had like rotisserie chicken in it. I've been too many Indian restaurants throughout the United States and this is by far the worst. It did not taste like butter chicken, don't even waste your time going here. read more

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The food I had today was excellent, the veggie spring rolls, Samosa's, Mutter Mushroom curry and Naan's. All full of flavors and rich colors, I was driving but my friend tried one of the Indian beers which he enjoyed very much. Owners and staff were very helpful and friendly. I would recommend. read more

Small corner location with limited parking. Interior was nice with a wall of awards. Went to order and the waitress had to check to make sure they could make the appetizer dish I ordered. When the appetizer came, we were given styrofoam bowls to eat from. Ordered a sweet lasso but was brought a mango lasso. Main dishes were well seasoned. Medium is true to spice level. Plenty to take home(styrofoam containers). They were short staffed I believe yet the gentleman running the cash register sat and gave orders. The one waitress was doing everything. The cleaning products were also sitting out visible from our table. Okay but nothing to brag about nor would I be anticipating a return visit. read more

Very good food and service. Seated quickly and excellent menu options. There was only one server but there was a sign on the door warning us it might be slow. But she did a great job. The owner is very friendly and chatty, even sitting down with locals to talk while they're eating. This place does a ton of take out also but the kitchen does a great job of keeping up with it. The bistro dinner for 2 is a fantastic deal. Plenty of veg options too. read more

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Their food is pretty good. I didn't think is like Indian food til i tried it, no bad. The flavors were very rich and savoryz

Owner is a crook. I ordered the samosa chaat and lamb vindaloo. I did not receive the lamb, instead they gave me chicken. It was so close to closing time so I voiced my grievance and ate the chicken. The owner said he will take care of the price as there was a big price difference between the lamb and chicken. He instead charged me more for the samosa chaat and left the lamb vindaloo price the same. I decided to just pay the bill and leave, never to eat here again. The food tasted great so its a shame the owner is shady. If you decide to go here please keep an eye on the prices and if you have more time then me, make sure you don't get overcharged. read more

Bombay Bistro - Samosa Chaat - Indian Near Me - Fayetteville, North Carolina

One of the BEST restaurants in Fayetteville (possibly in all of NC!). And hands down the best Indian restaurant. Their food menu is extensive. I haven't had anything sub-par. My favorites are the kadai mushroom paneer and the chicken korma (it has pineapples so it's sweet and savory). The garlic naan is fluffy and light. The rice pilaf is tasty, even though they serve their dishes with plain rice and pickled veggie salad, it's a nice upgrade to get as well. The pilaf has green beans, corn, carrots, cashews, raisins and cinnamon and other herbs. They serve free pappadum (like a large cracker) with 2 chutneys. There's an extensive and unique beer menu. Imagine beer from Brazil/ India/ Russia/ Cyprus and other places! You know when you remember eating at a place years ago and you loved it, but are worried it might not be as good as you remember? This place is somehow even better. I lived in Fayetteville NC for a few years 6 years ago (pre-Yelp days for me) and it was one of my favorite places in Fayetteville. Flash forward 6 years, and I have a chance to take my parents there. They're from Ireland so they're a bit hesitant about trying diverse cuisines. And they don't eat spicy- at all! So, when the restaurant was able to accommodate them and they LOVED it, I know it's truly a winner for anyone. My mom is still raving about how much she loved it! The wall of awards and a 100 percent sanitation rating are the icing on the cake. The prices are very reasonable and to put a huge cherry on top, the owners (a husband and wife duo) are 2 of the nicest people you will ever meet! Definitely a feel-good mom and pop shop vibe with very friendly service. The guy is a lot of fun to talk and joke with. read more

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The food is absolutely delicious. I had the chicken curry, medium, which was delightfully and perfectly spicy for me. Delicious naan. Friendly owner. I can't wait to try the whole menu! read more

The food was not very good. Frozen vegetables were used in the food, like you would buy in the grocery store. Naan was the worst! Minimal effort is used in the spices. Old plastic plates for food serving. Prices were high for the quality of food. I would never recommend this place! Mediocre in all ways. I've eaten Indian food all over the country to include India. read more

Where do I begin?!? I am in love with everything about this place. For starters, when I first walked in the 100% sanitation grade stood out to me. We had a party of 3 adults and 4 children. We were seated promptly. The adults ordered a variety of dishes that we shared. The children enjoyed tandoori chicken legs. My 10yo said they were "phenomenal". The shrimp biryani and shrimp curry were delicious as well. We also ordered a side of the garlic naan which was light but flavorful. I also appreciate that they allow you to personalize your spice level. I went for the "child mild". The owners were very kind, interactive, and personable. They keep the restaurant spotless. Definitely recommend this place! read more

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They are currently not doing the lunch buffet but the food was amazing. Best I've had since I first tried Indian food in New York. Nice little restaurant with a friendly waitress. I drove an hour to eat here I will be back. read more

Bombay Bistro - Kadai Mushroom Paneer and Chicken Tikka Masala - Indian Near Me - Fayetteville, North Carolina

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Order take out a couple days ago- no complaints- chicken masala was great and a bit more on the spicier side than I like but still very good. Garlic naan was perfect as well- must try for yourself read more

[Coronavirus review] Open for takeout and dine-in when I visited, but no one was dining in. Some odd customer service experiences were mentioned in other reviews, but all I did was hang out and wait for my order while the guy working in front took calls and delivered orders, making a point to emphasize how fresh everything was. It sure tasted fresh. I asked for them to bring up the spice level, and they delivered two entrees that were flaming hot from start to finish. My spice tolerance is not low, but having downed my okra and lentils with a chilli naan, I was beginning to look around for help. Fortunately, I had ordered a samosa chaat drowning in yogurt which cooled down some of the residual burn. The packaging of some items was a bit messy, but I was pleased to discover that my entrees came with not only rice but a small salad (not cucumber thankfully as the menu implied, but cabbage and peppers and carrots), as well as a couple of pakoras. Even through the burn, ample herbs and a complex flavor prevailed. The price to portion size was not bad either; my bill only crossed $50 with the tip I added (tipping for takeout is increasingly the norm in this new world), but I'll get at least three solid meals, with still some leftover, not to mention the vigorously flavored peanuts I snacked on for an entire day at work. As much as I hate to say it, I might ask for a medium spice level on at least one dish if I were ordering again, just to give myself a break. But I doubt I'll find more flavor in Fayetteville. read more

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HAIR. I was trying to enjoy my biriyani and there was hair on my food. I feel disgusted and Ofcourse couldn't eat. Even though I didn't liked broccoli and cauliflower in biriyani i was enjoying the shrimp. PLUS YOU CAN CLEARLY SEE THE HAIR BLENDED IN THE BIRIYANI. read more

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To be candid, I am posting this review quite a few weeks after eating here, but I can honestly say that my experience was memorable and I would definitely recommend Bombay Bistro to anyone in the Fayetteville area. I don't remember the name of the lamb dish I ordered, but it was DELICIOUS! I also ordered the Garlic Naan, raita, green chutney, and a mango lassi (which is always necessary if you order your Indian food super spicy). The only complaint I have is that the garlic naan was seasoned with garlic powder instead of fresh garlic. Overall, my dinner was worth every penny. I'm just sad I can't go back anytime soon because I live in Florida. read more

Bombay Bistro - Indian Near Me - Fayetteville, North Carolina

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Food was pretty good, I think the spices could have been better to improve the taste. My korma was spicy but lacked taste as was my wife tikka masala. Service was good but they do not have a soda machine so could work out expensive if you have to keep buying bottles. Small place in a small strip mall but was clean and tidy. I would go again if I'm in Fayetteville looking for Indian. read more

I have been coming here for almost 15 years and I have never had a bad experience. The shrimp jalfriezie is my jam, but the lamb tikka is amazing. read more

Although the food was good. It was too spicy for a medium hot. The owner or the manager I am not sure whoever that old fellow is he is very rude to his employees and guests. He did not have a sense of courtesy to customers and employees. He was yelling at the waiter when we were there although the waiter was doing a great job serving her customers. I could give four stars but give three stars because of the good food and the good waiter. Otherwise, I would have given only one star for the rudeness of the owner/manager whoever he is. read more

This is my second favorite Indian restaurant in town. Tandoori Bites is my most favorite. But Bombay Bistro is great too. I like the smaller more intimate feel of the restaurant at Bombay. Tandoori is large and gets crowded very fast. Bombay is more low key and comfortable. The food is excellent too. I get the veggie samosa, garlic naan and cheese nan. The tiger prawns are delicious and I enjoy the tandoori chicken. Lots of good options. read more

Being from New Jersey, I was very reluctant to try this small Indian restaurant on the side of the road. I am so glad I tried it. The service was fast and Personal and the food was some of the best food I've had since moving to NC. The mango lassies were definitely homemade and didn't taste like it was out of a jug. The veggie sampler and chicken tiki were out of this world. read more

The food was really Good they had great service real nice and respectful people would definitely go back.

The food is wonderful. I really did appreciate the freshly made meals with such great favor. Everything was great.

I hate to compare both Indian restaurants in town. I won't rate too harshly because the chicken jalfrezi was green instead of red in comparison. bThe taste was no where as good but oh well. I'm still opened to trying an unfamiliar dish next time. The staff and owner were both helpful in choosing dishes. The owner does come around to see if you like the food. The atmosphere was little dull with low music and without a television to entertain my brain. I'm amazed at how the dishes stay warm the whole time you're eating. Best pakora in town! read more

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Not the fanciest interior but the food is amazing and reasonably priced. Portions are large. You will be taking home leftovers and getting your money's worth. I suggest getting an entree to split. Would recommend. read more

By far one of the best restaurants in Fayetteville. This has been my husbands and my go to spot for years. The owners are so nice and it has such a mom and pop feel. We always get the bistro for 2 and it's such a bang for your buck. My favorite is the Aloo Gobi! Their tandoor naan is also amazing and never burnt. read more

Bombay Bistro - Bistro for 2 dinner, samosa, pakora, Aloo Gobi, Chicken Vindaloo, Lamb Korma, Tandoor Naan - Indian Near Me - Fayetteville, North Carolina

Wonderful, authentic, and friendly. Definitely worth the trip. The owner was great. He takes such pride in his craft. I will definitely be back. read more

Bombay Bistro - The owner. - Indian Near Me - Fayetteville, North Carolina

So good! You can tell that everything is made fresh, in-house. We got the bistro-for-2 meal and all three dishes were great. The garlic naan bread was some of the best naan I've had in a long time. Would definitely recommend this to anyone looking for a great food experience. Will definitely be back when I'm in the area. read more

delicious food at a fair price and the employees are super friendly!! definitely recommend

Excellent food, good selection of beer. Tandoori chicken and Naan were outstanding. Our entrees were all good and you can choose spice level for each dish. Only four stars because tables were uncomfortably close to one another and could be spaced out a little more. read more

I'll start with this: This is not a restaurant for "connoisseurs" that traveled worldwide and proclaimed expertise in Indian culinary. India has several regions and many interpretations of a dish. It's understandable if your first taste of a dish is your standard, but that doesn't mean that's it's the only way of making it. Flavor comes from experience and heart, not a cookbook. Bombay Bistro is as home cooked as it gets. What this place is: This is one of those beautifully hidden mom and pop kinda restaurants. Kumar runs the front of the house, while Chef Kelly rules the kitchen. They are very approachable. Open a conversation with them. This restaurant is their passion. What to get: Beginners to Indian flavors should start with the Samosas. They are hand made and definitely worth every bite. Chicken Tikka Masala or Butter chicken, mild spices in a tomato base packed with flavor, should be your intro entree. One is white meat, and the other is dark. The sauce is the highlight of the meal. Order a tandoor naan with garlic, or if you prefer some heat, bullet naan. Use it to sop up the sauce. Don't be afraid to ditch the utensils. It's more authentic that way. If you're not the type that likes your protein in gravy, then try the Tandoori Chicken. This will ease your palette out of your allegiance to greasy fried versions of the drumstick. These are cooked skinless, but in a high heat tandoor oven, meaning the outer layer will have a light crisp bite, and the inside will be moist but well done. read more

My favorite Indian food in Fayetteville or anywhere. The lunch buffet is small but quality. Order off the menu and you can hardly go wrong. The biryani is large and medium spice is perfect. The owners make sure you are pleased. read more

Not totally impressed, but not disappointed. Came here for dinner for the first time with a friend to see if my Indian craving could be satisfied. I should probably start with the fact that I've had authentic home made Indian food and good quality restaurant Indian food so many times. I've lived in places where there is a high Indian population and am accustomed to good quality. Am I bit of a food snob when it comes to Indian food? Probably. :P But hey, that just means you'll either take my word with a grain of salt or really trust me. Lemme ask you- do you feel lucky? Muahahaha!! Ordered Samosas, saag paneer, vegetable curry, chick pea curry, and galub jamun for dessert. Pros - Awesome menu! Great variety and selection. There's definitely something for everyone. Totally vegetarian friendly, as a good Indian restaurant should be. - Great service. The waitress checked in on us regularly, refilled our glasses when needed, and didn't push us out when we were finished with our meal and still chatting. The owner is a totally sweet man and checked in on us twice to make sure everything was to our satisfaction. - Nice layout. I like the decoration and the hint of incense in the air. They were playing what I believe to be Bollywood music, too! Totally cool, cuz I love Bollywood movies. - Samosas and galub jamun were very good. I liked the sauce that accompanies the samosas. Galub jamuns were properly soaked in that sweet syrup. That was pretty spot on. - The papadum they serve with the two sauces (one sweet and one spicy) were good and what I was accustomed to. - The spice level is legit. I ordered the medium, which is above mild, and I could definitely feel the heat. If you're sensitive to spicy foods, I recommend going no spice or their low level. - Good portions. My friend and I did not finish our meals and had plenty leftover to take home. Cons - The curry was too acidic. There was a tomato base with my spinach curry, which I didn't mind, but it seemed to overpower the overall flavor. I'm not used to so much tomato in my curry. My friend made the same observation for her curries, as well. I expected it to be a bit creamier, but that is also what I've been used to. I'm not certain if this happens to be how the saag paneer is made according to the owner's style/region in India or if this is their way of adapting to the local appetite. I've seen ethnic restaurants develope their menu and flavor to the local taste and it often times detract from the authenticity of the flavor. Whatever reason, it kind of put me off a bit. - The prices for the main dishes can be a bit pricey, especially for the meat dishes. For example, a lamb biryani is $16. However, I suppose their portion sizes make up for that. The prices may also reflect the cost of ingredients in the local area. Final Answer It's like that first date who isn't bad, but didn't impress you. I can't give this place 4 stars, because the curry was somewhat disappointing. Afterall, curry is a cornerstone of indian food. It's not bad, especially for an area where it's hard to find good authentic ethnic food of any kind. I've just had better. read more

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Bombay Bistro is totally my favorite place for Indian food. They have a lunch and dinner option and if I didn't have to pace myself, I would totally have Indian food all day. Their lunch option is a buffet that rotates daily. They have both meat and vegetarian dishes available. The menu for dinner is also available but the buffet beckons me like a siren each time, particularly the yummy lapsi or sheera dessert. I love dinner! A friend and I generally split an order of samosas and garlic pita. SO GOOD AND FRESH. The spice factor is just right; it's a lingering heat on the palate. There's quite an extensive vegetarian option but I'm totally here for the meat. I either get the saag chicken or the lamb rogan josh, both are tender and very flavorful. You can choose your level of heat - from not spicy to Indian spicy. I'm totally a wimp and get mild and that can still get me a little flushed. I tried Indian spicy, I'm pretty sure it was delicious but my tongue became numb at some point. The owners are sweet and the gentleman sometimes walks around to see if you're enjoying yourself. Parking is plentiful and the food is awesome. Definitely a place to go for your Indian food needs. read more

Fantastic time at Bombay Bistro with friends. Our server, Josh, was very attentive and knowledgeable. It was an honor to meet the owner, Kumar, and his lovely wife. The food was flavorful and authentic. An overall great experience. Looking forward to the next visit. read more